Deadly Weekend Shootings Rock Montgomery

At least 4 killed, 4 injured in string of violence across Alabama's capital city

Apr. 12, 2026 at 8:50pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a spent bullet casing on a dark concrete surface, conveying the gritty, investigative nature of this crime story through dramatic lighting and stark visual details.The aftermath of a weekend of deadly gun violence in Montgomery underscores the city's ongoing public safety challenges.Montgomery Today

A series of shootings in Montgomery, Alabama over a violent weekend left at least 4 people dead and 4 others injured, according to police. The incidents occurred between Friday afternoon and early Sunday morning in the state capital.

Why it matters

Gun violence and public safety concerns have been ongoing challenges for Montgomery, which has seen elevated crime rates in recent years. These latest deadly incidents add to the city's struggle to address root causes and improve community relations with law enforcement.

The details

Police reported 7 separate shooting incidents across Montgomery between Friday afternoon and early Sunday morning. The victims ranged in age, with both adults and minors among those killed or wounded. Authorities are investigating the motives and circumstances behind each shooting as they work to apprehend the perpetrators.

  • The shootings occurred between 12:33 p.m. on Friday, April 11 and 12:03 a.m. on Sunday, April 13.
  • The violent weekend followed a relatively quiet period in the city.

The players

Lt. Ernestina McGriff

Spokeswoman for the Montgomery Police Department, who provided details on the weekend's violence.

Montgomery, Alabama

The state capital city where the shootings took place, which has grappled with elevated crime rates in recent years.

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What they’re saying

“We must work together as a community to address the root causes of this violence and improve public safety for all our residents.”

— Lt. Ernestina McGriff, Spokeswoman, Montgomery Police Department

What’s next

Police have not yet identified any suspects in the shootings and are appealing to the public for information that could aid their investigations.

The takeaway

This tragic spate of gun violence underscores the ongoing public safety challenges facing Montgomery and the critical need for the city to redouble its efforts to curb crime, build trust between law enforcement and residents, and find sustainable solutions to the complex factors driving these incidents.